MINUTES OF THE ALLAMAKEE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2025
(UNOFFICIAL)
Board members present: Byrnes, Keatley and Clark. All members voting “AYE” unless noted.
Meeting called to order by Byrnes followed by Pledge of Allegiance.
25.422- Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve today’s agenda and minutes from December 8, 2025 meeting. Motion carried.
Present at different times throughout the meeting: Joseph Moses – Waukon Standard, Denise Beyer – Clerk to Supervisors, Mike Hohenbrink – Postville Herald, Rachelle Howe, Benita Gossman, Chris Troendle, Clark Mellick, Corey Snitker, Stephanie Runkle, Brian Ridenour, Jack Knight.
Public Comment: Rachelle Howe asked about the bridge implosion process and Tom Clark, who attends bridge meetings, explained the planned process. Howe also talked about public meetings training.
Chris Troendle shared data and statistics related to the Housing Trust Fund. Troendle asked for a 3-year budget commitment of $12,500 county contribution.
Rachelle Howe presented programming updates and made FY27 funding requests – $13,799 per capita dues and other match amounts for other grants and dues. Safe Routes to Schools amount has doubled because of increases in requested funds and a half-time staff going to full-time. Howe also reviewed grant funding applications within cities and the county and upcoming meetings.
Supervisor Clark is going to a meeting in Des Moines and would like to use credit card for registration fee.
25.423-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve use of county credit card for $100 for State Supervisors meeting registration. Motion carried.
Auditor Beyer presented a Why Wait agreement from Quadient that guarantees lower pricing before 2026 when prices are expected to increase to around $300 or more/month. The current postage machine lease price is good through April 2026, after which the new price of $258.09/month for the new 5-year lease will begin.
25.424-Motion Clark/Second Keatley to approve the Quadient Why Wait agreement and Quadient 5-year lease agreement for new postage machine. Motion carried.
Supervisor Byrnes reported that the county’s insurance company is requesting the county adopt a policy on space heaters. Auditor Beyer provided a sample from another county for changing/modifying as they wish. Beyer will make the requested changes from HR in the sample to Custodian to approve all space heaters. Action next week.
Sheriff Mellick requested approval of hiring a dispatcher/jailer.
25.425-Motion Clark/Second Keatley to hire Breanna Paige Knickerbocker as E-911 dispatch/corrections officer at the starting wage per union contract starting January 5, 2026. Motion carried.
25.426-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve resolution of subdivision plat for Harlan & Carole Yohe (Sec 35 & 36). Roll call: Clark-aye; Byrnes-aye; Keatley-aye. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION # 25.426
RESOLUTION OF ACCEPTANCE OF FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT of
Yohe, Harlan & Carole
WHEREAS, Yohe, Harlan & Carole, owner(s) as of the December 15, 2025 has submitted the attached Final Plat and supporting documents representing:
LOT 3 IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF NORTHEAST QUARTER AND LOT 2 IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, AND LOT 1 IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 97 NORTH, RANGE 5 WEST OF THE 5TH P.M. IN ALLAMAKEE COUNTY.; and
WHEREAS, the Subdivision to be created is located within Allamakee County, Iowa; and
WHEREAS, the owners have now requested that Allamakee County certify its approval of the final Plat of the Subdivision pursuant to Chapter 354 of the Code of Iowa and pursuant to the County’s subdivision requirements found in Chapter 7 of its Ordinances.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Allamakee County Board of Supervisors at a regular meeting assembled on December 15, 2025:
That the final subdivision plat submitted by Yohe, Harlan & Carole, Allamakee County, Iowa, and described as: (See above) is found to be in conformity with Allamakee County’s Comprehensive Plan, having given consideration to its possible burden on public improvements and to the balance of interest between the proprietor, future purchasers and the public interest, and is approved and accepted by the Board of Supervisors in and for Allamakee County, Iowa.
The final Subdivision Plat and attachments are in conformance with the subdivision platting requirements, of the Code of Iowa and the Subdivision Ordinances of Allamakee County, Iowa, with the exception of waiving the requirement of a Performance Bond for improvements and installations.
The Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors is hereby authorized and directed to endorse the Board’s recommendation of approval by certifying a copy of this Resolution for recording with said Plat and supporting documents in the Offices of the County Recorder and the County Auditor of Allamakee County, Iowa.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS December 15, 2025.
ATTEST:
___________________________ ______________________________
Chairperson County Auditor
25.427-Motion Clark/Second Keatley to approve resolution of subdivision plat for Harlan & Carole Yohe (Sec 22). Roll call: Clark-aye; Byrnes-aye; Keatley-aye. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #25.427
RESOLUTION OF ACCEPTANCE OF FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT of
Yohe, Harlan & Carole
WHEREAS, Yohe, Harlan & Carole, owner(s) as of the December 15, 2025 has submitted the attached Final Plat and supporting documents representing:
LOT 2 IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 97 NORTH, RANGE 5 WEST OF THE 5TH P.M. IN ALLAMAKEE COUNTY, IOWA.; and
WHEREAS, the Subdivision to be created is located within Allamakee County, Iowa; and
WHEREAS, the owners have now requested that Allamakee County certify its approval of the final Plat of the Subdivision pursuant to Chapter 354 of the Code of Iowa and pursuant to the County’s subdivision requirements found in Chapter 7 of its Ordinances.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Allamakee County Board of Supervisors at a regular meeting assembled on December 15, 2025:
That the final subdivision plat submitted by Yohe, Harlan & Carole, Allamakee County, Iowa, and described as: (See above) is found to be in conformity with Allamakee County’s Comprehensive Plan, having given consideration to its possible burden on public improvements and to the balance of interest between the proprietor, future purchasers and the public interest, and is approved and accepted by the Board of Supervisors in and for Allamakee County, Iowa.
The final Subdivision Plat and attachments are in conformance with the subdivision platting requirements, of the Code of Iowa and the Subdivision Ordinances of Allamakee County, Iowa, with the exception of waiving the requirement of a Performance Bond for improvements and installations.
The Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors is hereby authorized and directed to endorse the Board’s recommendation of approval by certifying a copy of this Resolution for recording with said Plat and supporting documents in the Offices of the County Recorder and the County Auditor of Allamakee County, Iowa.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS December 15, 2025.
ATTEST:
___________________________ ______________________________
Chairperson County Auditor
25.428-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve resolution of subdivision plat for Walter & Traci Mahr. Roll call: Clark-aye; Byrnes-aye; Keatley-aye. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION # 25.428
RESOLUTION OF ACCEPTANCE OF FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT of
Mahr, Walter & Traci
WHEREAS, Mahr, Walter & Traci, owner(s) as of the December 15, 2025 has submitted the attached Final Plat and supporting documents representing:
LOT 5 IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORHTEAST QUARTER, IN SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 100 NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST OF THE 5TH P.M. IN ALLAMAKEE COUNTY, IOWA.; and
WHEREAS, the Subdivision to be created is located within Allamakee County, Iowa; and
WHEREAS, the owners have now requested that Allamakee County certify its approval of the final Plat of the Subdivision pursuant to Chapter 354 of the Code of Iowa and pursuant to the County’s subdivision requirements found in Chapter 7 of its Ordinances.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Allamakee County Board of Supervisors at a regular meeting assembled on December 15, 2025:
That the final subdivision plat submitted by Mahr, Walter & Traci, Allamakee County, Iowa, and described as: (See above) is found to be in conformity with Allamakee County’s Comprehensive Plan, having given consideration to its possible burden on public improvements and to the balance of interest between the proprietor, future purchasers and the public interest, and is approved and accepted by the Board of Supervisors in and for Allamakee County, Iowa.
The final Subdivision Plat and attachments are in conformance with the subdivision platting requirements, of the Code of Iowa and the Subdivision Ordinances of Allamakee County, Iowa, with the exception of waiving the requirement of a Performance Bond for improvements and installations.
The Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors is hereby authorized and directed to endorse the Board’s recommendation of approval by certifying a copy of this Resolution for recording with said Plat and supporting documents in the Offices of the County Recorder and the County Auditor of Allamakee County, Iowa.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS December 15, 2025.
ATTEST:
___________________________ ______________________________
Chairperson County Auditor
Engineer Ridenour requested hiring Mike Moody, retiree, as part time truck driver effective December 16 at $22/hour, no benefits, while Engineer finishes up hiring process to fill five vacancies.
25.429-Motion Clark/Second Keatley to approve hiring Mike Moody as part-time truck driver at $22/hour starting December 16, 2025. Motion carried.
Corey Snitker gave the annual review of the 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Clark Mellick presented quotes for lights for courthouse parking lots. Bob Larkin quoted $1,341.60 for lights, Ken Kerr $3,000 labor for install. The location of the lights was discussed and should cover all parking lots and areas out to sidewalks. Supervisors requested some clarification on the bid, so no action was taken.
Department Head updates: Engineer Ridenour gave department update; reminded public that pavements are priority for salt/sand and how Secondary Roads drivers prioritize the roads; bid letting update. Sheriff Mellick gave department update. Auditor Beyer gave department update.
25.430-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to adjourn. Motion carried.
ATTEST:
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Dan Byrnes, Chairperson Denise Beyer, Auditor
Documents
Posted: December 19, 2025 in 2025 Board of Supervisors Minutes & Agendas